Foundations of Pranayama: A Slow, Attentive Practice
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Summary
<p><strong>Pranayama: An Attentive Approach to the Breath</strong> is a guided breathwork session designed to help participants slow down, become more aware of their breathing, and develop a steady and attentive practice. Led by Ananya Shah, who has close to a decade of experience teaching pranayama, the session combines guided practice with space for questions and individual adjustments.</p><p>The approach is simple, unhurried, and suitable for those who want to explore pranayama with greater awareness rather than simply follow a fixed sequence.</p>
About The Program
A gentle introduction to pranayama and breath-centered practice, designed for those who want to slow down, pay closer attention, and develop a more conscious relationship with the breath. This session is suitable for beginners and those looking to deepen their existing breathwork practice through a more attentive and experiential approach.
Why Join This Program
Learn to work with your breath consciously through traditional pranayama practices. Build greater awareness of your breathing patterns and how you approach your practice. Learn at a slower pace with time to observe, understand, and integrate each practice. Receive individual guidance rather than following a one-size-fits-all routine. Ask questions during the session and understand the practices more deeply. Learn from an experienced teacher with close to a decade of pranayama teaching experience and training at the Kaivalyadhama Institute. Suitable for beginners as well as those looking to revisit the foundations of pranayama with more attention.
Schedule
<p><strong>Opening & Settling — 15 min</strong></p><p> Arrive, settle into the space, and bring attention to the breath and body.</p><p><strong>Understanding the Breath — 20 min</strong></p><p> An introduction to breath awareness and the principles behind the practices explored during the session.</p><p><strong>Guided Pranayama Practice — 40 min</strong></p><p> A carefully paced practice session with clear guidance and individual adjustments where needed.</p><p><strong>Pause & Observation — 10 min</strong></p><p> Time to rest, notice the effects of the practice, and reconnect with natural breathing.</p><p><strong>Deeper Practice — 30 min</strong></p><p> Explore selected pranayama techniques with attention to pace, comfort, and awareness.</p><p><strong>Questions & Individual Guidance — 20 min</strong></p><p> An open space for questions, clarification, and personal adjustments.</p><p><strong>Closing Practice — 15 min</strong></p><p> A quiet concluding practice to integrate the session and transition out gently.</p>
Location
Venue
Yoga / Practice Mats Meditation Cushions Clean & Quiet Practice Space Drinking Water Restroom Changing Area Natural / Soft Lighting Ventilated Space Small Group Setting Teacher Guidance Personal Practice Space
Food
Meals Provided
Drinking water available
Expert
Ananya Shah
Ananya has spent close to a decade teaching pranayama and breath centered practice, working mostly with small groups who want a slower, more attentive approach to their practice. She trained at the Kaivalyadhama Institute and continues to study there periodically; her sessions leave room for questions and individual adjustment rather than following a fixed script.
Ananya has spent close to a decade teaching pranayama and breath centered practice, working mostly with small groups who want a slower, more attentive approach to their practice. She trained at the Kaivalyadhama Institute and continues to study there periodically; her sessions leave room for questions and individual adjustment rather than following a fixed script.
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